Built in Chicago by the Pullman Company, the “Wisconsin” private railcar was ordered by John Ringling in 1904 prior to his marriage to Mable.  In use by the Ringling’s until 1916, the “Wisconsin” criss-crossed the county before reaching its final destination in Sarasota.  Join us as we look at the fascinating history and restoration of this beautiful artifact of Circus history.

Presented by:  Debbie Walk, Curator of the Circus, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art; Michelle Scalera, Chief Conservator, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art; Dave Piurek, Conservation Technician, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art; Francoise Hack-Lof, Registrar, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art